Of the 1773 people who died by suspected suicide from 2019-2022, over 72% were males. Running 72 is to draw attention to this absurd fact, that has only increased in 2023. Running 72 is a relay for life course set up in the middle of the University of Canterbury campus, over a 72 hr period. Running 72 inspires active involvement, with everybody being able to contribute, be it by running one lap or a marathon